HON101

                In "The Rising of Popular Culture: A Historiographical Sketch," Leroy Ashby highlights the struggle for power within a segregated society and media’s importance in manipulating cultural beliefs.  Taking into account the elitist stronghold on the media, Ashby gives different examples of retaliation and agreement to these issues, along with the results they produce.

For example, Ann Douglas brings to light the gross lack of acknowledgement women receive in popular culture as capable people.  At the beginning of this class I never thought of popular culture past the definition.  However, I now see the importance of educating yourself in popular culture, and Ann Douglas’ statements make this clear.  In the 21^st century, entertainment still portrays women as an early 19^th century gender stereotype.  This class has broadened my knowledge on such matters, and I believe education is a powerful force in obliterating these sexist notions.